What Does the Name Pegasus Mean
The name Pegasus comes from Greek Mythology roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Pegasus below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Pegasus Name Meaning
Greek Mythology (Latinized)From the Greek Πηγασος (Pegasos), possibly either from πηγος (pegos) "strong" or πηγαιος (pegaios) "from a water spring". In Greek mythology Pegasus was the winged horse that sprang from...
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